Dept. of Justice Case Against James Comey Could Fall Apart Because of Matt Gaetz
Donald Trump Matt Gaetz Could 86 Criminal Case Against James Comey Published April 29, 2026 7:05 AM PDT Donald Trump‘s OG pick for Attorney General last year could torpedo the case against former FBI Director James Comey, all because Gaetz may have had Donald Trump’s number. As we reported, the Justice Department has charged Comey […]
Up 1,000% in 5 years, but the UK government could send Rolls-Royce shares even higher
Image source: Getty Images Rolls-Royce (LSE:RR) shares have gone up exactly 1,000% in five years, according to my data provider. There’s a beautiful symmetry to that return! However, the FTSE 100 stock has come off the boil recently, falling 18% since early March. This is due to a combination of factors, including rising jet fuel […]
How and why all the Bank of Canada forecasts changed in the latest MPR
Here are the changes in today’s MPR: GDP growth (annual) Year April January Change 2026 1.2% 1.1% +0.1 2027 1.6% 1.5% +0.1 2028 1.7% new — Essentially a wash on growth. The Bank explicitly states “the impact of higher global oil prices on economic activity is small.” Government spending got revised up (provincial budgets), residential […]
Echinocandins have an alternative mode of action on biomimetic membranes that is not directly related to the functioning of (1,3) beta-glucan synthase
Echinocandins are the preferred agents for treating invasive candidiasis; however, rising resistance in Candida species poses a significant challenge for patient care. This study aimed to improve the efficacy of echinocandins against clinical Candida isolates by enhancing their noncanonical membrane activity. The mechanisms of action of anidulafungin, caspofungin, and micafungin on lipid membranes were investigated […]
New bill proposes ending Social Security earnings test for working retirees
The Big Money Show panel discusses the alarming new analysis showing Social Security and Medicare racing toward insolvency and warns that retirees face steep benefit cuts unless Washington acts fast. A new proposal would allow Social Security beneficiaries to continue working without having their benefits diminished, which could make it easier for retirees to pay […]
Yankees Designate Randal Grichuk For Assignment
The Yankees announced Wednesday that veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk has been designated for assignment. His spot on the roster goes to top pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez, whose previously reported promotion to the majors is now official. Grichuk, 34, signed a minor league deal with the Yankees over the winter and made the roster despite a […]
House Oversight sets date for Pam Bondi deposition
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi will appear May 29 for a deposition before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, a panel spokesperson said Wednesday. The announcement came after committee Democrats said they would pursue contempt charges against Bondi after she failed to appear for an earlier deposition as part of Oversight’s investigation into Jeffrey […]
Joseph Duggar Pleads Not Guilty to Child Endangerment Charge in Arkansas
Joseph Duggar Pleads Not Guilty to Child Endangerment, False Imprisonment Published April 29, 2026 6:53 AM PDT Joseph Duggar has entered a not guilty plea to the charges he and his wife, Kendra, are facing in Arkansas. Duggar’s attorney entered the plea earlier this week in district court. Duggar has a court date set for […]
Bank of Canada statement from the April 2026 rate decision
The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 2.25%, with the Bank Rate at 2.5% and the deposit rate at 2.20%. The evolving conflict in the Middle East is causing heightened volatility and US trade policy continues to reshape global trade patterns. Both are ongoing sources of uncertainty. The Bank’s […]
Hyperosmolarity of mouse urine confounds research in urinary tract infection
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) reduce the quality of life of millions and is a considerable cause of disease and death in vulnerable individuals1. Importantly, UTI is a major driver of antibiotic consumption and antibiotic resistance, thus emphasizing the need to understand UTI pathogenesis and develop new treatment strategies2. The mouse has for decades been regarded […]
